A Community of Hope

for Families with Childhood Cancer

Each year, hundreds of families in Oregon and Washington receive a childhood cancer diagnosis. Families fighting childhood cancer can feel isolated and afraid.

But there is hope for kids and families with childhood cancer.

Candlelighters For Children With Cancer is there, every step of the way, to support the whole family. We offer families diagnosed with childhood cancer in Oregon and SW Washington practical assistance, and ways to connect. Above all, families create lifelong bonds with others experiencing pediatric cancer.

Whether you are a family looking for help or community, or a donor looking to give time or funding, we welcome you to our community of hope!

For Families

For Supporters

Who We Serve

We understand that when a child is diagnosed with cancer, it affects each family member differently.

Thatâ€™s why we develop programs and services for the whole family throughout the lifelong journey of childhood cancer, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.

Since 1977, Candlelighters has supported nearly 100,000 family members across Oregon and SW Washington. If your family is facing pediatric cancer, you don’t have to walk alone. Join us.

How We Serve

Family Activities

Sep

Mid-Willamette Valley Horseback Riding

09-30-2023 02:00 PM - 09-30-2023

Oregon Horse Center 90751 Prairie Road eugene OR 97402

Mid-Willamette Valley Chapter

Candlelighters Night at Thursday Night Motocross

Community Partner Events, News

Check out this great KOIN 6 story featuring Candlelighters and our community partner, Thursday Night Motocross! Thursday, September 14 TNMX will be all about Candlelighters. Thursday Night Motocross is super fun family friendly night to watch action-packed dirt bike...

Michael’s Story

Our Stories, Volunteer Spotlight

Kimberly Bruhn is co-Chapter Chair of Southern Oregon Candlelighters. She and her family understand what it's like to go through childhood cancer, from the shock of diagnosis to the grief of loss of their son Michael. Below, she shares what it was like for the Bruhn...

Fundraising Event

Sep

Win a Trip to Hawaii Fundraiser